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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
State Fair.

Mr.. Geo. E Bracket of Belfast, one of the
Trustees of the Maine State Agricultural
Society, was in the city Saturday on his re-
turn from meeting of the Board at Lewiston,
where they had been closing up the business
of the late Fair, which was one of the most
successful on record. The total receipts
when all in will aggregate at least S22, 900,
which will pay all premiums and running ex-
penses and leave the neat little surplus of
about 81, 900 to go towards liquidating the
debt of the society. 1t will take but few
exhibitions like that just held to wipe out
the debt and leave the Society in possession
of plant and property worth nearly $50, O00
An adjourned meeting of the Trustees will be
held next week when the returns will all be in,
the bills paid, and the premiums awarded ready
classified 10 send to the winners who will be
amounts. The total premiums awarded and
to be paid are larger than the average.
At the forthcoming meeting the Trustees
will also arrange to take possession, by
purchase, OF the grand stand which was
built and has been controlled by private
parties, and which proves to be one of the
most paying investments on the park. 1t
cost nearly $4,000 and the society has the
right 10 purchase on appraisal. 1t must
have paid at least 25 per cent this year, and
the income should hereafter go into the
societys Golfers, and thus materially help
essen the debt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
The Good Templars.

The regular autumn or sem-annual session
of the Grand Lodge of Good Tempars of
Maine will be held this year at Wsterville, in
the Town Hall, on Friday, Oct. a. Grand
Sec'y Bracket was at Waterville last week
and made full arrangements for the session,
which will be open to all members of the
order Half fare 10 members over all the
railroads in the State and reduced rates at
the hotels and dining rooms.
Waterville Lodge will give a reception to
visiting members on Thursday evening prior
to the session of G. L., Friday, at their Lod ge
room, which will no doubt prove a very pleas
ant affair.
The Secretary reports the Order in good con-
dition in the state, and the autumn campaign
Just opened for organizing new, and strength.
ening weak lodges. The Order has a total
membership of some 10000. in over SOC
lodges in Maine, and is doing grand educa
tonal and practical work for temperance
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Gov" in TIE Academy Of music in that city
the Buffalo Express says:
That the beautiful ant deeply Interesting
Irish drama, Kerry Cow" HIS lo-t none of
its former popularity. mas been made evident
BY the Immense sudienc-> thar hsv- witnessed
its presentation at the Academy the past
week by J. S. Murphy and an excellent
support. Mr.. Murphy is the same pleasing
type OF the true hearted, happy, Traditional
Kerry Cow as of old, and is sure to carry
his audience 10 the highest pitch of edthusi-
asm every time. Miss Virginia MarIowe
grve an exceedingly pleasing personstion of
Nora Drew, giving the love passages with a
sweetness that csptivsted all hearts, and
manifestng fine spirit of self-relisnce when
required.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
AT THE ALMSH0UsE.
The Strange Woman Taiks-Superintend-
ent WaIdron's Statement

A Journal reporter called at the aims house
last evening, and was told by Mr.. Levant
Waldron, the superintendent of the institu-
ton, that Mrs. Lizzie Franklin, the mystic
rlous stranger, of whose history nothing def
mite has yet been learned, had apparently
been quite rational at times during the day.
He says the woman has made the fol.
lowing statement:
She has very recently come into possession
OF large amount of property, consisting of
rear estate and money, which was willed TO
her Oy particular friend who died 10 the
oouth, and that there are three men who are
AFTER this property. She says one of them
told her that he would follow her if necessary
to the gates of hi unless she married him.
Inc other two, she says, had both threatened
TO shoot her if she did not consent TO marry
them, and that in dwelling upon the subject
she became confused and frightened and didn't
know what she was doing. She said she
knew she required medical treatment and
that was the reason WHY che went to the In
sane Hospital when she first reached the
city; that she was able and intended to pay
her bills
In reply to the question whether she were
not rich woman, she said 81 can wear silks
and satins if l wish." She says her property
is secure and in good hands.
Whether there is truth in the talk she has
made or whether it is all the result of dis
ordered brain remains to be seen. Superin-
tendent Waldron lie inclined to think that time
will prove there is some foundation for the
statements which she has made today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
THE OLDEST BOOK IN MAINE
Who Has It-Kennebec County still Leads

week ago we referred to book entitled
"Physician's Library" published in l66 and
owned by Mr.. E. Gould, which was thought
to be the oldest in Maine. Some days later
the Somerset Reporter made the statement
that Skowhegan lady owned book entitled
"The Christian Warfare" published in 1884
We have just received the following letter in
relation to the subject, for which we express
our thanks, which shows that Kennebec still
leads Somerset county by three years:
HALLowELL, Sept "a, 1887.
To the Editor of the Journal:
Seeing the item in today's Journal that it
was thought book printed in 1884 was the
oldest in Maine and knowing that Mrs c. G..
Mason (widow of the late Rev. C. c. Mason)
had in her possession a book printed in 1884,
entitled Gods Judgments" l thought
would write you as it might be interesting to
know of some of the older books of literature
MRS. +. KITTREDGE.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

A large meeting of Capital Grange was
held Saturday evening, at which the final
arrangements were made in regard to the
fair. The several committees made their re-
ports and some new committees were ap-
pointed Mr.. Columbus Cottle. the lecturer
of the Grange, will have charge of the sale of
tickets, and Mr.. f. F. Pinkhsm will take up
tickets at the entrance of the hall. The en-
tertainment committee report good progress,
and the several features of the stage perform
ances will be ready to be presented as an
nounced. The full program will be ready
tor distribution today noon, and it has receiv-
ed liberal advertising patronage from our
business houses. The galleries will be re-
served for the audience during the evening
entertainments, the floor being occupied by
exhibits The raised seats have been remov-
ed from the hail. Stage entertainments be-
gin each evening at o'clock. An orchestra
entertainment precedes the rising of the
curtain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
Give Them a Chance /.

That is to say, your lungs. Also all your
breathing machinery. Very wonderful ma
chinerv it is. Not only the larger air passages
but the thousands of little tubes and cavities
leading from them.
When these are ciogged and choked with
matter which ought not to be there, your
lungs cannot half do their work. And what
they do they cannot do we'll.
Call it cold, cough, Group, pneumonia, ca
errh, consumption, or any of the family of
throat and nose and head and lung obstruc-
tons, all are bad. All ought to be got rid
of. There is just one sure way to get RIG of
them. That is TO take Boschee's German
Syrup, which any druggist will sell you at
20 cents bottle. Even if everything else
has failed you, you may depend upon this for
certain. oct2d&w1ychwky
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
Sudden Death,

Mr. Geo. H. Lincoln who has lately re-
moved his family from albion to Watervile,
returned to Albion on Wednesday for goods.
and on Thursday while butchering q beef
animal. was seized with fantness at the
sight OF blood, and in few minutes breathed
his last. He has been subject to heart
trouble for some years. His age was about
As. He leaves wife and three children.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
New Conservatory at Togus.

A beautiful new conservatory is being
built at the Togus Home, after the plan OF
the one at the Insane Hospital. The build
ing is to be 75x22 feet, and will be 10 feet
posted The work will be done in most
thorough manner, at cost of $4,000.
Clock and Watch Co, of Boston for beau
tiful new clock and bell for the Home Chapel
which is to cost $3.50.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

The E. M. c. Seminary at Bucksport, has
now about 1856 students in attendance. One
OF the new features in the exercises this term
is the declarations at the evening prayers,
the average number declsiming each even
ing being six. few days ago, directly after
prayer, the teachers and students were ar
ranged and seated on settees in front of the
chapel and photographed by Prof Sweetsir.
Inc Prof has taken quite number of pic
lures since he became teacher here that are
complimented quite highly by the people of
the town and the students. The two societies
connected with the school, the Eulalian and
Caiorhetorian are in fiourishing condition.
ruoiic meetings by both of these societies
VIII be given near the close of term.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Earned runs. Colbys 6, Skowhegsns 5.
First base on errors, Colbys 5, Skowh egans
6, First base on balls, Colbys 8, Skowhe-
gans 2. Total called balls on Wagg 40; on
Priest 80. Struck out by WaggO; bv Priest
4. Total strikes called on Wagg, 8; on
Priest, %. Two base hits-Hobos. Addition
and King of the Skowhegans Three base
hits-Gahagan of the Colbys; Simpson of the
Skowhe gsns. Home runs, O. Double plays,
0. Passed balls, Gahagan 5, King 8. Wild
pitches, 0. Batteries. Wagg and Gahagan for
Colbys; Priest and King for Skowhegan.
Time of game, one hour and forty-fve min
utes. Umpire, Phil Lindsey.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

anniversary of the Ancient Order of United
Workmen. The lodges in this State propose
to celebrate it by an anniversary supper and
entertainment with Highland Lodge of Aug.
usta Officers of the Supreme Lodge and
members of every lodge IN the State will be
present, and a grand time is expected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Mr.. j. H. Yeston of Chelsea, one of the
substantial members of Capital Grange, as
well as one the best farmers in this section,
will make large exhibit from his fine farm
and will show among other products abou,
forty kinds of flowers. The grangers be.
lieve in the ornamental as we'll AS he useful
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Mrs. Eliza Perkins died in East Winthrop,
Sept. 2l, at the advanced age of SO years and
months. She was the youngest and last
surviving member of family of twelve
children Her father, Maj John Wsdsworth.
was in the revolutionary army and was pres
ent at the execution of Maj. Andre. Her
husband, Azel Perkins, who died some %
years ago, followed the vocation of black
East Winthrop
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
Card OF Thanks.

We take this opportun ty 10 express our
gratitude. to our many friends for the numer-
ous offices of kindness rendered to us in our
bereavement. We feel that we owe a debt
of gratitude that we can never repay May
they nevr lac ( for friends through the journey
of life. j. f. SANDERS AND DAUGHTER
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

The first vote on the question of fixing the
valuation of the Edwards Co. was $50 to l9l
The recent vote 572 to 35. An increase in
the aggregate vote of only 66 with change in
the sentiment of about 1876 voters. Progress
sion is truly progressing in Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
Cony High School Game.

The game PLAYED Saturday A. NJ, between
the two lower CLASSES # G. II. S. vs. the
first class, resulted in favor of the former by
White Brennan and A. White, both batteries
did fine work. Harrington and Brennan
batted finely, each bringing in four scores.
Plaisted and Handy covered first base in fine
style.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

About one hundred and seventy five excur
sionists from Bristol and Pemsquid visited
the city, Saturday. They were accompanied
by the Pemaquid band. The party came to
Gardiner by boat aud took the train there for
the city. They visited the State House and
other points of interest and returned home in
the afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
An Elegant Substitute

For oils, salts, pills, aud all kinds of bitter,
nsnseous medicines, is the very agreeable
LIQUID fruit remedy, Syrup of Figs Recon-
mended by leading Physicians Manufactured
only by the Cslifornis Fig Syrup Company,
San Francisco, Cal. For sale by J. M Mixer.
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

A petition has been received at the office
of Secrt tary of State asking for the appoint
ment of James Bailey and Solomon 5. Holmes
as special constables to enforce the liquor
law in Sagadahoc county.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Manager Tuck Of the Kennebec Steamboat
line, reports that business is hanging on IN
usuallv well this fall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

With the -quealing Of diminutve pigs, the
growing of big roosters and the mswing of
net KIT Ms, Granite Hall will be noisy place
during the fair.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
SUPERIOR COURT.
September Term-Judge w. p. White house
Presiding.

a. c. OTIs. clerk.
CHAs. R. McFADDEN, sheriff
+. A. SMALL, stenogrspher.
SATURDAY, Sept oath.
Robinson VS. Allen The testim ony in this
case was closed in the afternoon and court
adjourned until Monday, at 10 O'Clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Tranps seem to have left US all at once
Bangor Commercials
Yes they have come to Augusta. We hope
TO send them to Thomaston soon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Two young fellows from st. John return
ing from sea-voyage, got short of funds
and spent the night in the police station Fiji
dav. 1t was an economy which enabled
them to go on their way rejoicing in the
morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Editor Packard Of the Winthrop Banner
was in the city Saturday to secure new
Kidder press which come on the evening
boat for him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

popular Augusta dentist is said to be
winning golden laurels in Belgrade with
cough remedy of his own invention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

These sudden changes in the weather will
be followed by brigade OF "men with a
cough"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

The fair of Capital Grange will open In
Granite Hall tomorrow. The hatl Will be IN
readiness for the public at 10 o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Mr. E. Fl Howard will act as Secretary of
tbe fair. and entries must be made to him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

The coal teams are busy putting in the
xiuters supply of fuel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Willard Longfellow has applied for twenty
feet of table space for his farm products at
the fair.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

The quarterly meeting of the State Board
of Health will be held at the State House to-
day at ten o'clock M.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

The man for 'umbrelas-to-mend," was
doing the city Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

There is quite dog show in the window
of Mr.. A J. Pierce's crockery store.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

The Grand Council of United Friends will
hold their regular annual meeting in this
city Tuesday Oct 4th The business meet
ing and election of officers will occupy the
day. In the evening there will be an in
stalation and supper under the auspices of
the Cushnoc company of this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Quite large number of people went from
auousta on the Bar Harbor excursion Satur
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

The "hiqhways and hedges" were never in
better condition tnan at present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
Skowhegans VS.. Colbys.

There was well contested game of base
ball between the Skowhegans and Colbys
at Skowhegan, Saturday afternoon. The
following is the score by innings:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

The case of Robinson As. Allen in which
the plaintiff sues for alternating The affections
of his wife, remained unfinished Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

As the cold weather approaches, the rats
that take their summer outing in the vicinity
of the wharves begin to seek more comforts
BILE quarters in the surroundings. Saturday
one of these rodents was discovered in box
in front of Mr. n. T Folsom's new grocery
store. Upon being discovered he made a
dash into the room, but after a hard chase
was dispatched The buildings that are with
out cats will entertain these visitors this
winter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

The official statement of the condition of
the Saco and Biddeford Savings bank made
by Hon f. e. Richards, Bank examiner,
shows that institution to be still one of the
strongest fnanclal concerns in the State
The bank was fortunate in being very rich
Alamo Babcock. n member of the Ancient
Order of United Werkmen of this city, was
buried yesterday under auspices of the lodge
Highland Lodge turned ont over one hundred
strong, headed by the Hallowell band, and
was assisted by Crescent Lodge of Hallowell
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
Base Ball.

A game of base ball was played on the
State grounds Saturday afternoon, between
the Pettengill Corner and Chelsea mines. The
Corner boys won by score of 50 to 20.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Jack Frost is nearly here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

Help the grangers out !
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26
Special Advertisements.

Small advertisements, not preceding three lines,
'omin9 under the head of WANTED, FoH SALE,
20 LEr, LosT, &C., tcia De inserted here oas time
rs cents three times for 40 cents aud one sceek
or so cents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-09-26

DIR. G. f Brickett visited the wounded
tramp at the Carmel poor farm Friday and
thinks that the chances for his recovery are
about even. His collar bone is badly shat
tered, The bullet passed between his first
and second ribs and lodged in the left lung
The Doctor does not apprehend any danger
Of his escaping for the present at least.
The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1887-01-19
MILLING DEPARTMENT.
PRALLsvLLE Mills, !
Stockton p. o. n. j. J

S(sfJ - -
Having purchased the interest Of
lis. Slower in the Milling business
heretofore carried on at Prallsville
Mills by SMITHS & SLOWER, we will
continue the same, at the old stand,
and will endeavor to give satisfac-
ton to all our patrons.
Grist work will be done carefully
and promptly, and when desired by
customers we will always be pre-
pared to exchange Flour and Feed
for Grain, retaining only customary
toll.
The highest market price viii be
paid for Grain, and selling prices,
both at wholesale and retail. will be
closely adjusted.
LUMBER DEPARTMENT.
We have added to the business at
PrallsvilIe full assortment of Sea-
soned Pine and Hemlock Lumber,
which will be kept under cover and
sold in lots to suit customers, and at
very low figures.
EigRTILIZIsRS.
Standard brands of Fertilizers,
suitable for botl, Spring and Fall
crops, always on hand at Prallsville.
RIAL ESTATE IND INSUR-
ANCE DEPARTMENT.
The Real Estate and Insurance
business will be continued in LAM
BERTVfI,LE, on the corner of
Bridge and Union streets.
Insurance on Dwellings and con-
tents, Stores, Merchandise, Mills,
Factories, and Farm Buildings and
Crops will be done at low rates, in
4
the best Of American and Foreign
Companies.
Property will be bought or sold
on very reasonable terms, and money
will be loaned or secured on real
estate mortgages for reasonable
commission.
JOS. SMITH g. co.
Jan. 81, 1885.
The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1887-01-19
Aver s Hair Vigor.
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PERFECT SAFETY, prompt action, and
wonderful curative properties, easily
place Ayers Pills at tho head OF the list
OF popular remedies for Sick and Merry
Gus Headaches, Constipation, and all all
menis originating in disordered Liver.
| have been great sufferer from
Headache, and Ayers Cathartie Pills
are fhc only medicine that has ever
given me relief Que dose Of these Pills
will quickly move my bowels, and free
my head from pain. - William T.. Page
Richmond. VA
The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1887-01-19
L IN Z - ssssIN1kN
WEDNESDAY,, JAN. 10, 1887.


When Grandpa was a little Boy.
s When Grandpa was little boy about yoal
age,n said he
To the curly headed youngstef who had climb
ed upon his knee;
$50 studi0us was he at school, he never failed to
pass;
Ana oIt OF three he always stood the second in
MS olass--"
Bus, II no more were in 1t, you were next to
foot like me.9
why. bless you, Grandpa never thought of
that before,7 said he.
When Grandpa was q little boy about yonr
age" said he;
Tie very seldom spent his pretty pennies foot
shly;
fotoy or candy store was there for miles and
miles about
Ana with his books straight home he'd go the
moment school was out"
"But. If there had been one, you might have
spent them all, like me?"
why, bless you, Grandpa never thought Of that
before,' said he.
.whcn Grandpa was little boy about your
age" said he;
.'He never staid up later than an hour after tea;
1t wasn't good for little boys at all, bis mother
said;
And so, when it was early, she would ..sarch hin
sBut. If she hadn't, maybe you'd have stad ur
late, like me!p
.why, bless you, Grandpa never thought OF that
before said he.
when Grandpa was a little boy about your
age said he:
an summer he went barefoot and was happy as
could be-
And al the neighbors 'roand about agreed he
was lad
Who was as good as he could be, exc pit when he
was Dad
"But, 'cepin' going barefoot, you we're very
much Ike me-
swny. bless you, orandpas never though OF that
pefoFer said he
S 81. saaolaa